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Nsunga, Tanzania
Kagera · Tanzania
Nsunga is a small city in Kagera, Tanzania with a population of 20,049. Elevation: 3,944 ft (1,202 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,049 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,944 ft (1,202 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.1439°, 31.3947° |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Country | 🇹🇿 Tanzania |
| State / Province | Kagera |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.3 inches (1,075 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nsunga
Nsunga is a small city in Tanzania (Kagera) with a population of 20,049. The city sits at an elevation of 3,944 feet (1,202 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
Climate in Nsunga
Nsunga has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.8°C), the coldest is Jun (20.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1421 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above Tanzania avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,944 ft (1,202 m) |
| Area | 1,314.2 sq mi (3,403.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.1439°N, 31.3947°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bunyaruguru (180 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bunyaruguru | Maar(s) | 1,554 m (5,098 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Muhavura | Stratovolcano | 4,103 m (13,461 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 4.2 in |
Nsunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Nsunga
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyantakala secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Lukuba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Igayaza Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Byeju Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Itala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Byamutemba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kakindo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Omulugando Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kabwera Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngando Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nsunga Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nsunga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mbiu | news, sport | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Nsunga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasharu | |||||
| Kituo cha mazao mbale |
Hotels in Nsunga
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nsunga
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nsunga
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nsunga
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bukoba Airport | BKZ | Small Airport |
| Ihanda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kagera Sugar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milambi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mutukula Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nsunga
What is the population of Nsunga?
Nsunga has a population of 20,049 residents and is located in Tanzania. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 1,314.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nsunga?
Nsunga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.